Four rivers have the same volume of water flow over time but fall from different heights to power hydroelectric dams Which dam would provide the most hydroelectric power?

1. Dam A: fall height of 175 feet
2. Dam C: fall height of 135 feet
3. Dam D: fall height of 100 feet
4. Dam B: fall height of 75 feet

1 answer

The amount of hydroelectric power generated by a dam depends on both the volume of water flow and the fall height. In this case, since all four dams have the same volume of water flow, the one with the highest fall height will provide the most hydroelectric power.

Therefore, Dam A with a fall height of 175 feet would provide the most hydroelectric power.